1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | 244 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
